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The module content

The module is split into four strands. Each strand consists of a series of learning experiences (LEs). These learning experiences frame your study using practical activities.

Strand one: Identification, assessment and the individual pathway

Reflect on the purpose, scope and focus of an impact evaluation.

Consider others with whom you will collaborate.

Develop your methods/criteria for evaluating impact.

Oversee the selection of a pupil/pupils to receive intervention and gather pre-intervention data.

Oversee the delivery of the intervention.

Gather post -intervention data.

Communicate your findings.

Build towards your first assignment.

Strand two: Evaluating interventions – comparative analysis

Get to grips with the way in which theory, research and knowledge impact on assessment practice and the development of interventions.

Identify and critically analyse the factors that have shaped specific interventions.

Compare and contrast the two interventions that identify any underlying psychological theories and research evidence for effectiveness.

Strand three: Leadership, management and change within your setting

In strand two of the Skills & Knowledge module, you used some aspects of the Autism Education Trust (AET) National Autism Standards for Schools and Educational Settings framework to audit your setting. Several of the standards in the framework refer to the training of individual staff and the range of external agencies and professionals available to your setting.

In this final strand, you will reflect on the activities undertaken within these modules; the research you have undertaken; and the implications for the setting in which you work. The issues you will consider include:

Current levels of staff qualifications, skill and expertise in relation to autism and how these are being utilised.

The overall structure of screening, assessment, identification and intervention in relation to autism in your setting.

The management structures in place for the processes and the extent to which these structures support engagement with external agencies and professionals.

How your own management and leadership has developed on these modules.

Your research into these areas will enable you to complete your final assignment for this module:

How will you be assessed?

Continuous assessment is an integral part of the course.

Written assessment, self-assessment, supervisor assessment, questionnaires and reflective learning logs will help you to understand the principles and the practice in a supportive online environment.

Campus OnlineTM is a state-of-the-art learning platform and we encourage feedback. We will do everything possible to help you develop.

Clear, easy to understand, learning experiences will guide you every step of the way.

You will need to complete the following assignments:

Reflective analysis (3,000 words or equivalent): You will write a case study on identification, assessment and interventions for an individual pupil with an autism spectrum condition.

Practice analysis (3,000 words or equivalent): You will produce a comparative study of two interventions drawing on the theoretical perspectives and the research of effectiveness.

How is the module delivered?

You will develop your professional knowledge and understanding through practice – it’s the best way to learn.

Campus OnlineTM will support you with content that complements your learning every step of the way.

Study with some of the finest practitioners around and engage with outstanding content and practical activities that truly enhance your professional development.

Are you eligible?

Do you have an undergraduate degree?

You will need one to take this module.

Already working in an education setting?

You will get the most out of this module if you work in an education setting with children, young people or adults.

Or do you require access to an education setting?

You will need to get written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We will show you the best way to do this, enabling you to carry out our learning activities in your chosen setting.